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Old Jul 18, 2019 | 3:37 am
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Originally Posted by lsquare
I'm only interested in the SkyMiles since it won't expire.
Sorry to say, this is the wrong approach.

When DL has not explained the real reason of elimination mile expiration policy (based on my knowledge), it is generally perceived that the real reason is related to its value, which is practically worthless.

There is a reason why SkyMiles is known as SkyPeso.

Originally Posted by lsquare
So I'm assuming I'll earn 5 miles per dollar spent (5 x $330?) since that is the lowest level?
No. It sounds you paid $330 per ticket (as it is within the range of YVR-JFK). You will need to deduct the tax and surcharges from the total price, so the effective airfare or MQD should be about $189. You should get 945 miles ($189 x 5) instead.
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